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Avoid This Costly Charitable Deduction Mistake

Avoid This Costly Charitable Deduction Mistake

It’s better to give than to receive, but receiving a tax break for your charitable giving? That’s a win-win. Making a mistake as simple as overlooking the gift receipt, however, can turn a big donation into a massive missed opportunity. Let’s look at an example from a...

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Buying a Distressed Business

Buying a Distressed Business

It’s a unique time for small businesses. The economic ups and downs are creating both winners and losers. If you find yourself on the fortunate side, should you seize the opportunity to expand by buying a distressed business (perhaps even a competitor)? Here are some...

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Inflation and Your Small Business

Inflation and Your Small Business

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce reports that one in three small business owners consider inflation their top concern right now. Inflation worries have driven small business optimism about the future to record lows, adds the National Federation of Independent Business. In...

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Win the Lottery…and Jail Time

Win the Lottery…and Jail Time

A recent tax court case involving a Boston cop proves that once you purchase a winning lottery ticket, you’re on the hook to pay taxes on the winnings—even if you don’t keep the ticket. The police officer won $10,000 on a scratch-off ticket, which he then sold to a...

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Tipped Employees and the New 80/20 Rule

Tipped Employees and the New 80/20 Rule

The U.S. Department of Labor’s newly revamped “80/20 guidance” for tipped workers is in effect after an emergency motion to withdraw it was denied. What is it and how does it affect Texas restaurants and other tip-based businesses? Restaurants in most states including...

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